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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Pippin65, Jun 26, 2018.

  1. Jun 26, 2018 at 1:25 PM
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    Pippin65

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    i believe in radar detectors. And now, part of the make it mine movement, I'm gonna hardwire my detector to the rear view mirror.
    Any advice/tips/tricks????
    Thanks.

    Also installed an Opt7 redline triple tailgate bar 48"
    So far I'm really digging it.
     
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  2. Jun 26, 2018 at 7:26 PM
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    I got a fused hardwire mirror tap from eBay for my V1
     
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  3. Jun 26, 2018 at 7:36 PM
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    Just get a mirror tap.

    [​IMG]

    The circuit is already fuse protected.

    SB
     
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  4. Jun 26, 2018 at 7:38 PM
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    used to run one.....ive noticed in my area most cops arent using Radar anymore.....so it really stopped being useful
     
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    I ran mine from the fuse box as I wanted to place the remote mute on the console.
     
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  6. Jul 2, 2018 at 9:51 AM
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    If my mirror is NON powered in any way do I still have the mirror tap power option? 17 sr5 4 cyl

    and what is the best route for a wire direct to battery from the cabin? (installing a Alpine Power Pack today.....
     
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